Bears blank Giants 21 0 in frigid playoff win
Chicago dominated with a fierce defense and two touchdown passes from Jim McMahon to Dennis McKinnon while Shaun Gayle returned a botched punt for a score. Richard Dent led the pass rush with 32 sacks on Phil Simms as New York managed only two viable runs and 149 passing yards.
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Dennis) Gentry
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Kevin Butler
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Bears Advance to NFC Title With Defensive Stand
Chicago defeats New York 24 0 behind a stifling defense and a scoring play on a blocked punt return. McMahon passes for 216 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions as the Bears prepare to host the Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field.
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Sean Landeta
Gayle
Rams Face Bears In NFC Championship Clash
Los Angeles aims to rebound from critics with a 12-5 season as underdogs to Chicago. Eric Dickerson anchors a strong Rams attack while Dieter Brock seeks more accuracy to counter the Bears defense and wind at Soldier Field.
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Patriots Reach Super Bowl Weekend After Raiders Victory
New England overcame Oakland 27-20 as rookie Jim Bowman recovered a fumble for a safety touchdown and Johnny Rembert starred. the win advances the Patriots to the AFC Championship against the Miami Dolphins, aiming for a historic third straight road playoff win.
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Patriots ride fumbled kickoff to 23 7 lead in AFC title clash
A third year linebacker returned a fumbled kickoff 15 yards for a touchdown as the Patriots built a 23 7 edge over the Dolphins. The winner of Patriots Dolphins advances to the Super Bowl in New Orleans on January 26. The Raiders praise and Berry notes reflect the New England playoff surge.
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